Updates

 September 20, 2026

This week our series continues with a look at the breastplate of righteousness. 

Ushers: Dale S, Calvin K

Coffee: Ray & Theresa D

Sunday School: Imagine Andrew W, Olivia M

Sunday School: Wonder Amber P, Rachel V

Sunday School: Marvel John V, Kevin K

Nursery: Judy V, Holly W

Projector: Cameron P

Sound: Josiah R

Elder: Joe K

Deacons: Binnie H, Anthony D

If you require a paper copy of the songs or sermon, ask an Usher.

Welcome & God’s Greeting

All My Boast Is in Jesus

Before the Throne of God Above

Scripture Reading 

Holy, Holy, Holy

Profession of our Faith - The Apostles Creed 

Christus Victor

Kids Message
Announcements & Congregational Prayer

Scripture Reading on page 1628 Luke 18:9-14

Message

Closing Blessing & Guide Me, O My Great Redeemer

By the Sea of Crystal

September 27

Next week our series continues with a reflection on the helmet of salvation. 

Ushers: Liz D, Marilyn B

Coffee: Spencer & Binnie H

Sunday School: Imagine Isabella N

Sunday School: Wonder JoAnne D, Gerben W

Sunday School: Marvel Steve D, Jessi D

Nursery: Emily K, Nelly F

Projector: Ben B

Sound: Will F

Elder: Judy V

Deacons: Rob D, Andy V

Sept 21 7 p.m. Worship Meeting

7 p.m. Friendship Starts with a Welcome Back Social

Sept 22 7 p.m. GEMS Registration & Field Trip to Paige’s Farm

Sept 23 7p.m. Youth Group -- Welcome Back Activity Night

Sept 29 1030 a.m. Biweekly Bible Study – All are welcome to attend!

7 p.m. GEMS Lesson 1

Sept 28 7 p.m. Friendship Group

Oct 1 7 p.m. Council Meeting

OUR CHURCH FAMILY PRAYER CORNER

Congratulations to Rail A (18), Scarlett B (20), Bonnie B (22), Evert F (22), Matthew R (22), Winnie S (24), Ron P (25) celebrating birthdays!

We pray for those who deal with illness, and for those who continue to grieve the loss of loved ones at this time. We give thanks to our God for his hand of comfort and healing.

Our condolences to the friends and family of Sue G following her passing last week, as well as to Francis & Mary D and Charles & Stella D and their families, following the passing of Francis' and Charles' brother John. 

Please continue to pray for Audrey K and Judy D and their respective recoveries. 

Our condolences to the family and friends of Sue Gunn. Sue passed away suddenly on Sept 11. The funeral service will be held at Weaver Family Funeral Home, 29 Bay Street, Trenton on Sat, Sept 19th at 11 a.m., with an hour of visitation with the family prior to the service. Recording of the funeral service will be available on the Weaver website the following day.

We also ask you to remember those who cannot attend services and to keep them in prayer: Jo B, Maureen B, Aky D, Charles & Stella D, John D, Audrey K, Frances L, Jan M, Thea P, Gerdie P, Louise S, Joanne T, Nell V, & Riet V.

Coffee Break: Fall is here and with that brings a new year of Coffee Break, an Interdenominational Ladies Bible Study that we host for churches in our area. This is a time that you will be able to pause, refresh and grow together with others from our community that all form the body of Christ. (We will be digging into Peter’s first letter where we will find out how to live when times are tough and that Jesus is our hope through it all.) Join us Wednesdays for some fun and fellowship from 9:30-11 a.m. starting Sept 30th. Any questions, contact the church office, or coffeebreakleader@gmail.com

Reminder: By attending service or going upfront during the service, you are agreeing to be livestreamed.

From the Committee of Administration: Please be advised that the projected budget for September 30, 2026, is $370,630.49. Received budget funds to September 10, 2026, are $294,160.99. Please keep this matter in your prayers and donate as you are able.

Food Bank: The Coordinator has let us know there is a need for: soup (not tomato), pasta/pasta sauce, canned vegetables, canned fruit, peanut free snacks for children, hygiene items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo), peanut butter. Thank you for the continued support of the Food Bank and helping folks facing food insecurity. 

Attention Girls in Grade 3 to Grade 8! This year, GEMS Girls’ Clubs will be exploring the theme Wayfinder, based on John 14:6, where Jesus says, “I am the way and the truth and the life.” In a world filled with messages encouraging us to follow our hearts or create our own truth, girls will be encouraged to anchor their lives in the unchanging Truth of God’s Word. Together with caring GEMS leaders, friends, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, GEMS learn to follow Jesus—the Way, the Truth, and the Life—as they navigate life. Contact the church office or a counsellor (Mandi, Joy, Carey or Paige) to find out more!

Grace Inn Shelter requires Men's shorts, Ladies shorts, Men's and Ladies sweaters, Individually wrapped snacks, Juice mix crystals, Cannisters of ground coffee, Individually packaged ear plugs, Men's and Ladies ankle socks, Travel size sunscreen, Travel size deodorant, Travel size toothpaste, Single use rain ponchos, Ladies underwear, Men's underwear, Hair elastics, Brushes and combs. Amazon list https://a.co/05TjlNNZ

Sermon Notes Handouts, children’s Bibles and pencil crayons are available for children in grades 5 and up who don’t attend Sunday school.  Please return materials to the table after the service. 

Friendship Help: We are looking for a few volunteers to help with Friendship coffee (only 2 or 3 times a season) and we always welcome new volunteers to Friendship.

Our Cadet program is praying for two new volunteer counselors! While all willing adults are welcome, we are on a special mission to find a hero with administrative experience. If you find genuine peace in color-coding schedules, planning events, and keeping track of who brought three left boots to camp, consider this your official sign from above. You’ll get to mentor boys in faith, leadership, and life skills, join a great team, and serve as the organizational mastermind holding the whole operation together.

Please pray about whether the Lord is nudging you to fill one of these two spots. To learn more, track down Christine D, Wendy D, Jessi D, Judy V, or Andy V after the service--or drop a line to the office! You’ll be so glad you did!  (A current police check is required and you will get instructions on how to obtain one!)

September 20 Offering: Resonate Global Mission was formed merging Home and World Missions. This CRC agency is focused on equipping churches with resources and support to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Its main goal is to train missional leaders, guide new church plants and forge partnerships to proclaim and live out the gospel worldwide. For more info: www.resonateglobalmission.org

September 27 Offering: Today’s second collection is for Ebenezer’s 3rd quarterly budget to stay on track with our budget, and classical/ denominational shares.

This Past Sunday

Last week our series continued with a look at the breastplate of righteousness. 

This Week

This week our series continues with a reflection on the helmet of salvation. 

Offering

Today’s second collection is for Ebenezer’s 3rd quarterly budget to stay on track with our budget, and classical/ denominational shares.

A meal train has begun for Adam G & Tammy W as they settle back into their home after a house fire earlier this year. More details can be found if you contact the church office.

For those who were unable to attend Sunday's service, council announced that we have officially hired Willemien Hof as our new Outreach Coordinator, and Miranda DeVries as our new Worship Coordinator. We are so grateful that God has brought these two individuals to our church family, and we are excited to see what the Holy Spirit has in store for us in this next season of ministry. Both Willemien and Miranda will begin on October 5. 

If you are interested in making your public profession of faith at Ebenezer, or simply learning more about the Christian Reformed Church, information sessions will begin immediately after the service on Sun. Sept. 27 in the council room. For more information, please contact Adam. 

Food Bank

The Coordinator has let us know there is a need for: soup (not tomato), pasta/pasta sauce, canned vegetables, canned fruit, peanut free snacks for children, hygiene items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo), peanut butter. Thank you for the continued support of the Food Bank and helping folks facing food insecurity. 

Quinte Christian High School

Will be hosting their annual Christmas Craft and Vendor Sale on Sat, Nov 14, and we are currently looking for vendors to join us for this festive community event. The event promises to be a wonderful time of fellowship and community, with proceeds supporting Quinte Christian High School.

Coffee Break

Fall is here and with that brings a new year of Coffee Break, an Interdenominational Ladies Bible Study that we host for churches in our area. This is a time that you will be able to pause, refresh and grow together with others from our community that all form the body of Christ. (We will be digging into Peter’s first letter where we will find out how to live when times are tough and that Jesus is our hope through it all.) Join us Wednesdays for some fun and fellowship from 9:30-11 a.m. starting Sept 30th. Any questions, contact the church office, or Annette at coffeebreakleader@gmail.com

Grace Inn Shelter

The coordinator has let us know there is a need for Men's shorts sizes S-XL, Ladies shorts sizes S-XL, Men's and Ladies sweaters sizes S-XL, Individually wrapped snacks, Juice mix crystals, Cannisters of ground coffee, Individually packaged ear plugs, Men's and Ladies ankle socks, Travel size sunscreen, Travel size deodorant, Travel size toothpaste, Single use rain ponchos, Ladies underwear sizes S-XL, Men's underwear sizes S-XL, Hair elastics, Brushes and combs. There is also an Amazon list updated daily where items can be purchased and delivered directly to the Shelter, which can be found at https://a.co/05TjlNNZ

The Ministry To Seafarers Vancouver Is Seeking Applicants For The Role Of Port Chaplain, As Our Current Chaplain Moves Towards Retirement

The chaplain of the Ministry to Seafarers Vancouver serves and ministers to seafarers from around the world who work on ships visiting this port. The chaplain is a member of the Chaplaincy Team, a joint ministry of the Anglican (Mission to Seafarers), Roman Catholic (Stella Maris), and Christian Reformed (Ministry to Seafarers Vancouver) denominations. The chaplain reports to the Ministry to Seafarers Vancouver Board.
Previous cross-cultural ministry experience is strongly recommended. Ordination is not a requirement but is advantageous. This is a full-time position with a flexible working schedule to be reviewed and approved by the board. The position will be open in Spring 2027, with some flexibility on timing.
Purpose is to serve with other port chaplains, sharing the love of Christ by caring for the spiritual, emotional, moral, and physical welfare of seafarers regardless of race or creed.
For more information on this ministry refer to the website: ministrytoseafarers.com
The full ad and job description for the position can be found here.